Teaching Assistant – Sewing

Norland College Limited; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holidays

Free onsite parking

Tea & coffee

Staff lunches

Away days

Income protection

Sodexo discounts

Health cash plan

Mental wellbeing service

Job summary

Norland College Limited in Bath is seeking a fixed-term Teaching Assistant (Sewing) to join the Learning, Teaching and Research Department. You will assist the sewing lecturer in preparing practical group sessions and support students to develop sewing skills.

The successful candidate should sew to a high standard; a qualification in fashion or tailoring would be advantageous but not essential. You will need to be organised, customer-focused and a good team player in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to sew to a high standard is essential.
• A qualification in fashion and/or tailoring would be an advantage but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the sewing lecturer in preparing practical group sessions.
• Provide support to students during sessions to develop sewing skills.
• Maintain a high level of organisation and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Sewing proficiency

Customer service

Job description

Salary: Grade D £23,342-£25,005 (prorated to £11,671-£12,503). Placement on the grade is dependent on experience and qualifications

Hours: Fixed term until 30 April 2027, Monday-Thursday, term time only for 28 weeks a year.

Location: 39-41 Upper Oldfield Park, Bath, BA2 3LB

Would you like to work for a university steeped in history but focused on the future and recognised worldwide as a centre of excellence? An organisation that promotes a healthy work/life balance and recognises and rewards achievements? If so, then Norland is the place for you.

Our TEF Gold-rated award-winning early years undergraduate degree and integrated diploma programme is world-renowned for delivering outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for our students. We also offer an MA in Early Childhood Education and Care designed for educators, early childhood practitioners, leaders and policymakers. We have received multiple awards, including being named the UK’s top Small or Specialist Provider on several occasions and the leading university for Enhanced Graduate Outcomes at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards. In 2025, Norland was also highly commended in the Specialist Institution of the Year category at the Times Higher Education Awards. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, abilities and experiences, particularly those from underrepresented groups. We believe that difference enriches our organisation and strengthens what we do. All appointments are made on merit and we are dedicated to ensuring all candidates have equal opportunities throughout our recruitment and employment practices.

We are looking to appoint a fixed term, term time only Teaching Assistant (Sewing) to join our busy and thriving Learning, Teaching and Research Department. The main purpose of this role is to assist the sewing lecturer in preparing practical group sessions and to provide support to students during sessions to develop their sewing skills.

The successful candidate should have the ability to sew at a high standard. A qualification in fashion and/or tailoring would be an advantage but is not essential. The ability to provide a high level of customer service at all times to staff and students and to be an effective team member are crucial requirements for this post.

You will also need to be a self-starter, with the ability to get on well with people, be highly organised in order to meet deadlines and work to a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment. A flexible approach to work and a friendly, approachable nature are key to being successful in this role.

Norland employee benefits:

• Generous holiday entitlement, including an extra day off on your birthday and 4 closure days at Christmas
• Free onsite staff parking
• Free onsite tea and coffee
• Occasional staff lunches
• Staff and departmental away days
• Income protection scheme with access to an employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Discounts with Sodexo
• Access to a corporate health cash plan
• Access to a digital mental health and wellbeing service

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Amanda Wilkinson, Pro Vice Chancellor (Learning and Teaching) on 01225 432 827 or email [e-mail] .

Closing Date: 9am, Monday 5 October 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday 13 October

All candidates should ensure that they are available to attend an interview at any time on the above date before applying, alternative interview dates and times are not usually able to be offered.

Norland is committed to safeguarding and ensuring the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The suitability of all prospective staff will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. All offers made will be on the condition of relevant safer recruitment checks being conducted and in line with Norland’s policies and procedures.